Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
chamelana
ID:
1247617

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.A.McDonald

Source:
tro

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Biótica 12: 217 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001246955



Common Names

  • Ipomoea chamelana
  • Ipomoea
  • Chamelana


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Description

Ipomoea chamelana (also called Chamelana Morning-glory, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southeastern United States. It has small white flowers and is found in dry, sandy soils, and open woods.

Uses & Benefits

Ipomoea chamelana is a species of flowering plant native to Mexico and Central America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Ipomoea chamelana has white flowers with yellow centers and five petals. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ipomoea chamelana is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring and to divide the plants in the fall.

Where to Find Ipomoea chamelana

Ipomoea chamelana is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found growing in dry, sandy soils in open grasslands and scrublands.

Ipomoea chamelana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ipomoea chamelana?

Ipomoea chamelana

What are the common names of Ipomoea chamelana?

Chamelana Morning Glory, Chamelana

What is the natural habitat of Ipomoea chamelana?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

Species in the Ipomoea genus

Ipomoea ugborea, Ipomoea katangensis, Ipomoea calobra, Ipomoea eggersiana, Ipomoea geophilifolia, Ipomoea lozani, Ipomoea steeri, Ipomoea abrupta, Ipomoea graminea, Ipomoea hastifolia, Ipomoea velutina, Ipomoea antonschmidii, Ipomoea anemophoba, Ipomoea arenicola, Ipomoea argyrophylla, Ipomoea asclepiadea, Ipomoea asterophora, Ipomoea atacorensis, Ipomoea bakeri, Ipomoea brownei, Ipomoea caloneura, Ipomoea cambodiensis, Ipomoea chrysosperma, Ipomoea citrina, Ipomoea clarkei, Ipomoea convolvulifolia, Ipomoea curtipes, Ipomoea decaisnei, Ipomoea delpierrei, Ipomoea diantha, Ipomoea edithae, Ipomoea ephemera, Ipomoea erioleuca, Ipomoea eurysepala, Ipomoea fanshawei, Ipomoea galaclorrhoea, Ipomoea heterosepala, Ipomoea humidicola, Ipomoea jucunda, Ipomoea kassneri, Ipomoea langsdorffii, Ipomoea lepidophora, Ipomoea livescens, Ipomoea milnei, Ipomoea nephrosepala, Ipomoea nyctaginea, Ipomoea paranaensis, Ipomoea paulitschkei, Ipomoea polhillii, Ipomoea polyrrhizos,

Species in the Convolvulaceae family

Aniseia harmandii, Aniseia martinicensis, Aniseia argentina, Aniseia luxurians, Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50139135: Based on the initial data import
John Andrew McDonald (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.A.McDonald' in the authors string.